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Universities Australia James Cook University Courses Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)

James Cook University

Cairns, Australia

Tuition Fee AU$ 37,960
Country Rank-
Duration48 Months
Score IELTS: 7 TOEFL: 94

Program Overview

Make a difference in the lives of others through Occupational Therapy, with a focus on healthcare in rural and remote settings.

Be equipped with the skills and experience to work as an Occupational Therapist in rural and remote settings. Learn theory, professional practice, and clinical skills that apply to a diverse range of clients and circumstances.

Course Content
Course Structure

CORE SUBJECTS
- Anatomy and Physiology for Occupational Therapy 1
- Introduction to Occupation and Occupational Therapy
- Communication Skills for Health Professionals
- Foundations of Allied Health Professional Practice
- Anatomy and Physiology for Occupational Therapy 2
- Lifespan Development for Health A
- Health and Health Care in Australia
- Enabling Occupation through Partnerships
- Health Professional Research 1
- Health Promotion for Health Professionals
- Physical and Cognitive-neurological Determinants of
- Rural and Remote Primary and Public Health Care
- Psychosocial Determinants of Occupation
- Contextual Determinants of Occupation
- Clinical Medicine for Therapy
Entry Requirement
Course pre-requisites
English (Units 3/4,C); plus one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Health, Psychology or Physical Education (Units 3/4,C)
Fees & Scholarships
Estimated annual tuition fee: $AUD37,960.00

Courses are charged per year of full-time study. International course fees are reviewed annually and subject to change.
Career Prospect
Make a difference in the community with an Occupational Therapy (Honours) degree from JCU. Assist people to maximise meaningful participation in their daily lives and occupations.

JCU Occupational Therapy (Honours) graduates are equipped to have rewarding careers throughout Australia.

Graduates gain employment in public and private hospitals, rehabilitation units, community health centres, aged care facilities, mental health services, schools, independent living centres, vocational rehabilitation settings, and in private practice.

You may also find employment in industry research, education, and training.

Cost Of Studying At James Cook University

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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